Diesel Mechanic
Pulaski County Special School District
Little Rock, ARFull-time$21.27–35.78/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.
Watch jobs like this. New roles like this one near Little Rock, AR, by email.
Don't just apply. Show up ready.
Olive works from this exact posting.
At a glance
Olive lists jobs from US employers, including remote roles you can work from the United States.
Requirements
Credentials this posting asks for.
Job overview
Pulaski County Special School District is hiring a Diesel Mechanic. The Diesel Mechanic will maintain the District’s buses and vehicles to ensure operational excellence and prevent interruptions to the educational program. This role involves performing mechanical repairs, including major overhauls, conducting vehicle inspections, and maintaining maintenance records. The mechanic will also respond to after-hour emergencies and may serve as a substitute bus driver when needed.
Key focus areas include Perform mechanical repairs including major overhauls, Perform inspections of a vehicle and its equipment, and Maintain maintenance records.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma/GED, Diesel Mechanic Certification Or Vo-Tech Completion B Grade, and 5+ Years Mechanic Experience. Important skills include Mechanical Repairs, Major Overhauls, Maintain Maintenance Records, Heavy Lifting, and Respond To After Hour Emergencies. Preferred (not required): Vehicle Inspections.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
QUALIFICATIONS:
-
High school diploma/GED
-
Diesel mechanic certification or completion of Vo-Tech Diesel Mechanic class with a grade of "B" or better.
-
Five years experience as a mechanic or mechanic helper
-
Commercial drivers' license
-
Pass drug/alcohol test
REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation/Operation and Parts Supervisor
JOB GOAL: To keep the District’s buses and vehicles in such a state of operating excellence that they present no problems or interruptions to the educational program.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Perform mechanical repairs including major overhauls.
-
Perform inspections of a vehicle and its equipment.
-
Maintain maintenance records.
-
Available as substitute bus driver when needed.
-
Perform some heavy lifting.
-
Respond to after hour emergencies.
-
Report for drug/alcohol testing as required by Board policy.
-
Perform other duties as assigned.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary Range: Range 18 - Support Staff Hourly Salary Schedule ($21.27/hr. - $35.78/hr. depending on relevant experience)
Length of Contract: 244 contract days, 8 hrs/day
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Personnel Status: Classified
Benefits Eligible: Yes
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated according to provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed application online at www.pcssd.org. Personnel currently employed by the district who meet the necessary qualifications may apply by submitting an online in-district application.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 6, 2026 (or until filled - emergency posting)
It is the policy of PCSSD to provide equal opportunities without regard to age, race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability or veterans in its educational programs and activities, educational services, financial aid and employment.
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1
Job Categories: Support Staff, Transportation
You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.